Nita Ambani, chairperson of the Reliance Foundation, took center stage at the Harvard India Conference 2025, where she delivered the keynote address and participated in a rapid-fire round. One of the standout moments came when she was asked to choose between her husband, Mukesh Ambani, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Her clever response drew loud cheers from the audience.
Nita Ambani’s Viral Answer
During the session, Nita Ambani, 60, was posed with a tricky question—choosing between the Indian Prime Minister and her husband, Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries. Without hesitation, she responded:
“I think Prime Minister Modi ji is good for the nation, and my husband Mukesh is good for my home.”
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Her witty remark sparked laughter and applause from the audience, and a clip of the moment has since gone viral on Instagram, earning praise for her quick thinking.
Nita Ambani’s Presence at Harvard
For her appearance at the conference, Nita Ambani donned an elegant embroidered navy blue saree. The Harvard India Conference, held on February 15 and 16 at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a prestigious student-led platform that explores India’s role in global business, policy, and culture.
A prior announcement about her participation highlighted her influence in diverse fields, stating that she had
“impacted nearly 80 million lives through initiatives in rural transformation, healthcare, education, sports, women’s empowerment, disaster management, arts, and urban renewal.”
As the first Indian woman elected to the International Olympic Committee (IOC), she played a key role in India hosting the 141st IOC Session in 2023 and is leading the nation’s bid for the 2036 Olympics. She is also the founder of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai, which aims to showcase India’s cultural heritage on a global stage.
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Prestigious Recognition
Adding to her accolades, last week, Nita Ambani received the Governor’s Citation from Maura Healey, the Governor of Massachusetts, in recognition of her contributions to education, healthcare, sports, arts, culture, and women’s empowerment.
Her remarkable presence at Harvard and her impactful response continue to generate buzz online, reinforcing her stature as a leading figure in philanthropy and cultural leadership.
